One Piece: Ascending the Divine Path

Chapter 79 Aftermath, Hero Knight

Only when they watched Kaido's massive body descend towards the distant island of Oar did the marines on deck finally breathe a long sigh of relief.

"That's really scary."

Dol lit another cigarette. "Professor Zephyr, were all the monsters you fought in the past like this?"

"This sea is so vast."

Zephyr also let out a slow sigh of relief. "Stay humble, Dor. No one knows how many powerful figures are hidden in this world."

"Well, I guess you shouldn't be saying that to me, Professor Zephyr."

Dol casually exhaled a smoke ring, a smirk playing on his lips. "There's the most unhumble guy here."

Hey.

Knight landed lightly on the deck as he descended from the mast. "Who are you implying?"

"Hehe, who knows?"

Dole just smiled nonchalantly, "However, some people are going to get criticized."

Just as Dol said, Zephyr looked at Knight with a serious expression, "Knight, you were too impulsive! Kaido is not someone you've met in the past."

"If those opponents had been any more reckless, you might already be dead!"

That was indeed very dangerous.

After more than half a year of rehabilitation, Zephyr believes he has regained about 80-90% of his peak strength. The reason he cannot return to his prime is that he is over sixty years old, and the erosion of time cannot be overcome by willpower alone.

But 80-90% of his power was enough; he was still one of the strongest warriors on the high seas.

However, Zephyr was certain that even at this moment, he had absolutely no chance of winning against Kaido.

That guy's strength, even if it can't compare to Rocks and Roger back then, isn't too far off.

Knight is already far superior to other young talents, and he is not at a disadvantage even when facing a master like King the Wildfire.

However, his strength was still too weak in front of Kaido.

If Kaido wanted to, he could easily kill Knight instantly.

Knight frowned. "Professor Zephyr, isn't that a bit stingy? Do you really want to take on an opponent of that caliber all by yourself?"

Zephyr was momentarily speechless. "Is that what I meant?"

That brat!

"Alright, Professor Zephyr,"

Gion, who was standing to the side, said with a smile, "Knight just doesn't want you to fight alone."

What a good child! Although he's a little awkward, he has the purest heart.

"Even so, it was still too impulsive."

Zephyr didn't forget to give a lecture, saying to Knight with a rather earnest tone, "In short, next time you encounter an opponent of this caliber, stay calm."

"You're still growing. What you need to do now isn't rush to fight those monsters, but rather to quickly develop the power to rival them!"

"Since you have this talent, don't waste it!"

"Did you hear that, Knight?"

Gion smiled and said in a tone that Knight always thought she was coaxing a child, "Don't make Zephyr angry again."

"Understood."

Knight nodded coolly.

He was simply certain that Kaido wouldn't actually make a move, so he wanted to test what kind of damage his current Haki could inflict on him.

As it turns out, Kaido is indeed not as tough as Jin.

"That's good."

Zefa nodded in satisfaction.

Immediately, he looked around the deck and said, "Let's return. The battle between Kaido and Wang Zhi is over. This island has a new owner. The Bauhinia Kingdom and the August Kingdom are safe."

He paused, then looked at Knight. "Where are Ain and the others? We need to meet up with them first."

"We should be there soon, right?"

Knight said.

The distance wasn't that far to begin with.

The naval fleet then turned and sailed away from the area.

Meanwhile, on Aal Island.

Kaido, who is very unhappy, is playing a battle royale game.

There are also many exploration teams that Wang Zhi summoned on the island, as well as pirates stationed there.

Kaido found them all and killed them.

After venting a little, the frustration in my heart dissipated somewhat.

He took out his Den Den Mushi and dialed.

The call was connected very quickly.

"Mr. Kaido, I was just about to contact you."

Jin's voice came from the Den Den Mushi.

However, Kaido sensed a hint of weakness in his voice.

"How's it going over there?"

"Hahaha! I beat that guy named Briston so badly he ran away like a stray dog!"

Quinn's loud voice suddenly broke in, "However, that idiot Jhin is in a sorry state."

"Um?"

Kaido frowned immediately. "Jin, what happened on your end?"

Jin was his most trusted subordinate, how could he possibly be made a mess of by those scoundrels under Wang Zhi?

"Mr. Kaido,"

Jin's voice rang out again, tinged with apology, "An unexpected incident occurred. While I was fighting Paris, the Navy's rising star, Thousand Shadow Knight, appeared. He easily defeated Paris, and then I began to fight him."

"That guy may be young, but he's incredibly difficult to deal with; I can't handle him at all."

"He couldn't break through my defenses either, but he suddenly unleashed a very special kind of domineering aura, severely injuring me with a single blow. I couldn't be sure of the consequences of continuing the fight, so I chose to retreat, and I've only just reunited with Quinn."

"Hahaha! Stop making excuses, Jhin!"

Quinn interjected again, "Getting beaten up by a brat and running away in disgrace, it all comes down to you being too weak!"

"That navy kid?"

Kaido smirked coldly. "No need to blame yourself, King. Because I was hurt by him too."

"What?" X2

An incredulous gasp.

Meanwhile, Wang Zhi, who had fled in a sorry state, had also escaped to a ship in the nearby sea. Fortunately, his men were all in this sea area hunting down the forces of the Beast Pirates, otherwise they really wouldn't have been able to find a ship to stay on for a while.

"Damn Kaido!!"

As his men treated his wounds, Wang Zhi gritted his teeth and cursed, "I'll never let him get away with this!"

"That captain,"

Doro, the second-in-command, asked with a serious expression, "Are we going to start a full-scale war with the Beasts Pirates?"

As expected of the captain!

Even knowing that he was no match for Kaido, he remained fearless!

Wang Zhi seemed to have his throat grabbed, and immediately fell silent.

Then he glared angrily at his loyal subordinate.

Don't you have any common sense?

I was just making some tough talk.

Starting a full-scale war with that bastard Kaido now would just be asking for trouble, wouldn't it?

"Let's go back to Beehive Island first!"

Wang Zhi said.

Will that bastard Kaido gather his forces and attack again?

That would be troublesome.

He suddenly remembered something else, "Is there still no news from Paris? What exactly happened?"

"I'm sorry, Captain, I'll send someone to investigate immediately."

On the navy's side.

The massive warships slowly rejoined the fleet's formation.

Ain and Binz used Moonwalk to cross the sea and land on the deck of Ship Number One. The two then joined Ship Number Six and the fleet.

"Thanks for your hard work."

Having just finished reporting the situation to headquarters, Zephyr put away his Den Den Mushi and looked at his two disciples with some satisfaction.

Although he can't compare to Knight, he's already a capable marine.

"What's the point of our hard work?"

Ain shook her head. "I couldn't help at all; I was just on the move."

"Don't say such things, Ain."

Zephyr adjusted his glasses and said gently, "Everyone has their own responsibilities; doing them well is enough."

"If not capturing the pirates means I haven't been of any help, then Knight alone has done his job this time, and I'm leaving empty-handed."

"qualified?"

At the ship's side, Knight, who was still honing his Haki and trying to perfect his Armament Haki that was causing internal damage, spoke up with some dissatisfaction, "Zeff-sensei, I've always been excellent."

Zefa's lips twitched slightly.

"Don't talk at a time like this, Knight."

Lieutenant General Gion gently patted Knight on the shoulder. "Just listen to your teacher quietly."

This woman is also a master of Armament Haki, having mastered the highest level of Armament Haki, and her proficiency is far greater than Knight's.

So, seeing Knight's mastery of Armament Haki techniques for internal destruction, she naturally began to give him pointers.

"I understand, Professor Zephyr."

Ain glanced at Knight, then turned back and said seriously, "I'm just a little unwilling."

"It's good that you're not satisfied."

Zefa smiled and said, "Then let's turn this unwillingness into motivation to move forward."

"yes!"

Ain nodded solemnly.

This time, he couldn't help at all and could only watch Knight run around and even face Kaido head-on.

Next time, things must change!

Compared to Ain, who was silently making up her mind, Binz's eyes were practically green with envy.

What did he see? The Gion-senpai was talking to Knight in a friendly manner.

Captain Binz was so angry he almost ground his teeth to powder.

That damn Knight! How did he become so familiar with Gion-senpai so quickly!

So what if she has a pretty face?

I hate this world that judges people by their looks!

Ain noticed Gion as well. Her previously melancholy expression brightened instantly, and she quickly approached. "Gion-senpai, hello! I'm Ain! I'm so glad to finally meet you! I've always wanted to be a female Marine like you and Vice Admiral Tsuru!"

Lieutenant General Tsuru was indeed this woman's idol.

"Sister He is indeed an outstanding naval officer."

Gion smiled gently, "Little Ain, right? Dol told me that you are also a very talented newcomer, and now it seems that's true."

"You flatter me too much, Senior Dor."

Ain's face flushed slightly.

Gion-senpai, you're so kind.

"I didn't accept that compliment."

Dol, who was hiding by the ship's railing, puffing out a cloud of smoke, said leisurely, "Just telling the truth. Mastering the Six Styles and awakening Armament Haki, isn't that good enough for your age?"

"You don't need to be as sharp as Knight, but don't be too humble either, Ayn."

Gion gently patted Ain's shoulder.

"Yes, Gion-senpai!"

Ain was so excited that she stood at attention.

"Hello, Gion-senpai!"

Binz excitedly joined in, "I'm Binz, and I've admired you for a long time too!"

Gion paused for a moment, looked at Binz's face, and leaned back slightly, almost imperceptibly, just as much as Kakei.

However, she immediately said gently, "Hello, you must be Binz, right? I'll remember you."

?

Why are you calling me "Junior Binz"? Where's Little Binz?

Also, haven't you heard of me? Didn't Senior Dor mention me when he talked about Ain?

Binz forced a smile. "Just call me Binz."

"puff."

Knight almost couldn't hold it in.

Or go back to Gotham, Binz.

Ain turned her head slightly and glanced at Knight.

It's good that everything is alright. When she spoke with Zephyr earlier, she was quite startled to hear that Knight had launched an attack on Kaido.

Knight is as reckless as ever, even in front of a monster like Kaido.

Ok?

Gion no Chusho narrowed his eyes slightly.

As he himself said, Little Knight is indeed very popular.

In any case, the navy embarked on its journey home.

The following day, the World Economic News reported in detail on this monster conflict that took place in the New World.

The newspaper provided a detailed account of the conflict between Kaido and Wang Zhi.

However, the main characters in this news article are not only Kaido and Wang Zhi.

Morgans devoted almost as much space to reporting the battle that took place in the Kingdom of Auguste as he did to the Battle of Aal Island.

He used the title "A Clash of Titans! And a New Naval Hero!" to summarize the two major battles.

The new naval hero, Morgans called Knight.